Ohioville Farm

06/10/2024

Double rainbow in the Fox Fields! Our new trails are really shaping up! We now have over 5 miles worth of trails!!!

05/31/2023

On this Teamwork Tuesday, we present a case that highlights the work of Rhinebeck Equine’s Surgery and Internal Medicine teams, along with the referring vet from Equine Clinic at OakenCroft and an experienced farrier to manage a mare with laminitis, PPID (Pars Pituitary Intermedia Disorder/Cushing’s Disease), and EMS (Equine Metabolic Synrome).

A 23yo Morgan mare, was referred by Dr. Suzanne Jaynes from ECO for management of acute laminitis and suspected EMS. The mare had been noted to be lying down more the last few days before coming up acutely lame. Dr. Jaynes’ exam revealed bounding digital pulses in all 4 feet, sensitivity to hoof testers, and rotation of the coffin bone in all 4 limbs on radiographs. The mare was noted to have a cresty neck and fat deposits around the tail head, signs of EMS.

On admission to Jesse Tyma, DVM, DACVS, the mare had an increased heart rate and walked tentatively. The mare was placed in soft rides on all four feet. The mare was managed for suspected endocrinopathic laminitis and was started on a low starch diet, Platinum Performance Metabolic Support, InsulinWise, Thyro-L, and multimodal pain medications.

The mare was assessed by Laura Javsicas, VMD, DACVIM for endocrine disorders. A TRH stim was performed to test for PPID and a baseline fasted insulin test was performed. The baseline ACTH was normal but the ACTH after administration of TRH was elevated, consistent with a diagnosis of PPID. The fasted baseline insulin was above 40, consistent with a diagnosis of EMS.

Under radiographic guidance, farrier Hilary Cloos placed wooden clogs on the mare’s front feet to change her biomechanics and improve comfort. After the clogs were placed, her comfort and heart rate slowly normalized. Radiographs were obtained throughout hospitalization to monitor the progression of laminits.

EMS is a disorder associated with the inability to regulate blood insulin levels resulting in hyperinsulinemia. PPID is the development of benign tumors of the pituitary gland which is responsible for regulating the body’s hormones including ACTH (adrencorticotropic). Both disorders can lead to insulin dysregulation, which can cause laminits particularly when exposed to a diet high in non-structutal carbohydrates such as spring grass.

Management of these disease processes through medications, diet, and farrier care are key to maintaining comfort and health. If your horse is obese, has regional fat deposits, ring on their hooves, and/or is one of the breeds predisposed to EMS (Morgans, Paso Finos, Mustangs, Warmboods, ponies, and donkeys) talk to your vet about appropriate testing and treatment before they develop signs of laminitis.

05/12/2022

Loving spring at Ohioville Farm! Everyone happy, healthy, enjoying the trails, the nice weather, and not many bugs yet! Not to mention a few off site trail rides… ! A magical time of year for sure.

02/21/2022

Just a few of my all time favorite pictures from Ohioville Farm!

02/07/2022

Intense weather, but we were grateful that the power stayed on here! It’s a winter wonderland of sparkling diamonds… and the horses don’t seem to mind at all.

01/23/2022

Our four legged friends make the cold winter more bearable!

06/21/2021

Lessons, hunter paces, trail rides with boarders, competitions, the best pets... we are blessed to nurture a wide variety of horse-human bonds here at Ohioville Farm!

02/20/2021

Winter is long but beautiful at Ohioville Farm

02/11/2021

The snow has been relentless, but we’ve also enjoyed gentle sunsets and some much appreciated sunshine today at Ohioville Farm!

01/17/2021

I’m so blessed to be a part of Ohioville Farm!

01/14/2021

Gorgeous sunsets, gentle sunrises, gorgeous gentle horses. Loving Ohioville Farm!

01/01/2021

Happy New Year from Ohioville Ohioville Farm!

10/18/2020

What a magical week at Ohioville Farm.

10/06/2020

Beautiful misty morning at Ohioville Farm. The autumn colors are so pretty.

09/28/2020

Loving fall at Ohioville Farm!

09/21/2020

Everyone is out and Enjoying this gorgeous day here at the farm💜🐴 🍁

09/11/2020

Eagala: The Global Standard for Equine Assisted Psychotherapy & Personal Development
You are welcome to attend a networking meeting
Sunday, September 13, 2020
10am - 2pm
Ohioville Farm
228 N Ohioville Road
New Paltz, NY 12561
(845) 419-2999 or cell (612) 987-1473
[email protected]
Barn Contact: Mae Copham

This meeting is open to new folks who would like to learn the model and certified folks that want to practice and earn 4 cel's

Masks and social distancing are a MUST!
There will not be a potluck - Bring your own lunch/snack/beverage
No open toed shoes!

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09/08/2020

Love is in the air at Ohioville Farm.

09/04/2020

Ah the glorious days of autumn! Having a blast at Ohioville Farm, giving lessons, playing with horses, riding at Mohonk Preserve.

09/01/2020

Thanks to Kyle Ricketson for the fantastic paint job on our run ins! The farm is sparkling, the horses are happy and healthy... everyone is enjoying life at Ohioville Farm.

08/19/2020

Happy healthy horses is our mantra. We also give lessons and have limited availability for new boarders to join our fun and diverse stable. Ohioville Farm loves our horses!

06/04/2020

Such a beautiful setting at Ohioville Farm! Love this place.

06/02/2020

Adding new horses to the herd at Ohioville Farm went swimmingly this weekend. Hurray!

06/02/2020

Always a joy at Ohioville Farm! Octavio rides Charm in the outdoor arena.

04/30/2020

Making great progress toward our new round pen! Just need a few more panels and to add the wood edging to keep that great footing inside the pen when the rain comes. Which is tomorrow!

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04/29/2020

Red sky in the morning, shepherd’s warning... the clouds were beautiful this morning at Ohioville Farm. But the rain was to come. Brought in the most likely to melt horses first, followed by all the herds for an early dinner and night tuck in for all. Mae

04/10/2020

Happy 27th Birthday to my sweet Charm. I’ve had the privilege of knowing you for 20 years! Thanks for all you’ve taught me.

03/21/2020

Beautiful day at Ohioville Farm

03/18/2020

With all that is going on right now, one of the best things to do is enjoy the outdoors. With that being said, I am still offering lessons. Does not matter your discipline, age, or experience!

Since gyms are closed, come get some equine therapy and exercise to keep yourself on track.

Send me a message or call to set up a lesson. Stay healthy and get outdoors.

03/01/2020

Harness 101: Lo and Christian with the reins....Sam was a superstar!